10 Questions
What are the primary components of a computer system?
CPU, memory, I/O devices, operating system
What does the operating system do in a computer system?
It controls and coordinates use of hardware among various applications and users
What type of components do the users represent in a computer system?
People, machines, other computers
Which component of a computer system defines the ways in which the system resources are used to solve the computing problems of the users?
Application programs
Which part of a computer system provides basic computing resources?
CPU
What is the primary function of the Central Processing Unit (CPU) in a computer system?
Interpreting instructions, performing logical and arithmetic processing operations, and causing input and output operations to occur
Which component of a computer system is responsible for outputting information?
Monitor
What is the primary function of an input device in a computer system?
Inputting information into the computer
Which component of a computer system is considered the 'brain' of the computer?
Central Processing Unit (CPU)
What is the primary purpose of a keyboard in a computer system?
Manually entering data by typing certain keys
Explore the primary components of a computer system in lecture 2 of Information Technology by Dr. Noaman Muhammad Ali. Learn about the computer-system structure, devices, motherboard, input and output devices, resolution, and more.
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